What is RG58?
RG58 Coaxial Cable is used in CATV and MATV applications. RG 58 Coax features a bare copper conductor, solid low density polyethylene insulation, a tinned copper braid shield, and a black, PVC jacket. This coaxial cable is rated to MIL-C-17 mil-spec standards, UL AWM 1354 and UL CL2. View full specifications below:
What are RG58 Applications:
RG58 Coaxial Cable Construction:
- Conductor: Bare Copper
- Diameter: 0.031 in.
- Dielectric: Solid Low Density Polyethylene
- Diameter: 0.114 in.
- Shielding: Tinned Copper Braid Shield
- Diameter: 0.136 in.
- Jacket: PVC (contaminating) Type I per MIL-C-17
- Jacket Color: Black
- Nominal OD: 0.196 in.
Ratings and Approvals:
- Max Temperature: 60°C
- Max Operating Voltage (rms): 30
- Conductor Resistance (ohms/Kft): 10.5
- Impedance (ohms): 53.5
- Capacitance (pF/ft): 29
- Velocity of Propagation (%): 66
- Military Specification: MIL-C-17
- UL: CL2, AWM 1354
- Flame Rating: UL 1581 Vertical Tray Flame Test
- Applicable NEC Article: 725 & 820
RG58 vs. M17/28-RG58
M17/28-RG58 is the military equivalent to commercial grade RG58 and is used for high frequency signal transmission. In addition, the military version features a M17/183-00001 LS/LT Jacket Type IIA per M17/28-RG58.
RG58 Attenuation Chart
| Frequency (MHz) |
Attenuation (db per 100 feet) |
| 50 |
3.0 |
| 100 |
4.4 |
| 200 |
6.0 |
| 400 |
8.5 |
| 900 |
13.0 |
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